The Peter Carpenter Africa Scholarship programme is hosted within the Climate Science and Society Research (CSSR) group in the Department of Geography, where there is a vibrant research programme into the African climate and related fields.
The program’s aims are to better understand the nature, causes, impacts and consequences of climate variability/change and their representation in models, leading to improved climate information to support climate resilience.
Peter Carpenter Scholarship at University of Sussex, UK 2025/2026
The PhD project can focus on any aspect of African climate science, to be decided taking account of candidates’ interests, experience and career goals.
Type: PhD
Value & Duration of Award:
- The Peter Carpenter Africa Scholarship is fully funded.
- All expenses including tuition, accommodation, living expenses at UKRI rates are paid for by the Peter Carpenter Africa Climate Scholarship
Eligible Field of Study: Geography
Eligible Countries: African Countries
Eligibility: To be considered for this Scholarship, you must meet the following criteria;
- Hold a a first-class degree in natural sciences
- Meet the entry requirements for a PhD degree at the University of Sussex
- Meet the English Language requirements of the University of Sussex
How To Apply: Click on “Apply For This Scholarship” below
- mail your CV to Professor Martin Todd m.todd@sussex.ac.uk
- complete the on-line application at https://www.sussex.ac.uk/study/phd/apply, and clearly state on the application form that you are applying for the Peter Carpenter African Climate Scholarship,
- leave the research proposal section blank.
Source: http://www.sussex.ac.uk/
